Child Nutrition assists school districts and other institutions in providing quality nutrition programs that promote life-long healthful living while providing nutritious meals each day that prepare children for learning. Our programs guide gives an overview of the programs offered and the number of children served in Washington.

If you would like additional information about operating Child Nutrition Programs during unanticipated closures, please visit COVID-19 Nutrition & Meals Guidance web page.

School Meal Programs

Community Nutrition Programs

Program information for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).

Food Distribution Program

Program information on operating the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Distribution or USDA Foods Program. 

Other Program Information

Procurement

Purchasing information and regulations for those operating Child Nutrition Programs.

Farm to Child Nutrition Programs

Farm to Child Nutrition Programs enriches community connections with fresh, healthy food and local food producers by changing food purchasing and education practices.

Food Service Management Companies

Details and requirements for Child Nutrition Program operators working with Food Service Managment Companies.

Claims, Fiscal Information and Resources

Information on claiming and reimbursement rates in Child Nutrition Programs.

Washington Integrated Nutrition System (WINS)

Child Nutrition Program Reports

Child Nutrition Grants

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.